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Snake Gold Flame

Snake Gold Flame

Bright Indirect Light 2-4 in./yr Growth

Bright and bold, Snake Plant ‘Gold Flame’ offers vibrant foliage and low-maintenance care—perfect for adding vertical interest to modern, low-light indoor spaces.

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About The Snake Gold Flame

The 'Gold Flame' Snake plant is a succulent-like houseplant known for its bold, golden-yellow and green leaves. Known for being low-maintenance, this plant thrives on minimal watering and adapts well to various light conditions, from low to bright indirect light. It's is not only visually captivating but also helps purify the air, making it a great choice for bedrooms, offices, or living rooms.

  • Each plant is unique; size and shape fluctuate by season so all measurements are shown as a range
  • Medium plant measures between 12–18 inches tall from bottom of the grow pot to the top of the foliage
  • Arrives in a nursery grow pot nestled in your planter choice
Sizing Guide
Small
Approximately 5" in diameter, fits plants in a 4" grow pot or smaller
Medium
Approximately 7" in diameter, fits plants in a 6" grow pot or smaller
Large
Approximately 10-12" in diameter, fits plants in a 10" grow pot or smaller
Massive
Approximately 12-14" in diameter, fits plants in a 12" grow pot or smaller
Watering Requirements
Water every 1-2 weeks, allowing soil to dry out between waterings. Expect to water more often in brighter light and less often in lower light.
Sunlight Requirements
Thrives in medium to bright indirect light, but can tolerate low indirect light.
Humidity Requirements
Snake plants can tolerate normal room humidity, but can benefit from higher humidity conditions.
Pet-Friendly Plant?
No, use caution when placing this plant in homes with pets.
Read our full care guide
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my Snake Plant Gold Flame losing its yellow color and turning green?
A Snake Plant can lose its vibrant yellow variegation and revert to solid green primarily due to prolonged exposure to extremely low-light conditions. To bring back and maintain the brilliant golden hue, move the plant to a spot that receives bright, indirect sunlight.
Why is my Snake Plant Gold Flame losing its yellow color and turning green?
A Snake Plant can lose its vibrant yellow variegation and revert to solid green primarily due to prolonged exposure to extremely low-light conditions. To bring back and maintain the brilliant golden hue, move the plant to a spot that receives bright, indirect sunlight.
How often should you water a Gold Flame Snake Plant?
Snake Plants prefer to dry out completely between waterings, which typically means watering every 1–2 weeks during the spring and summer growing season. In lower light areas or during the dormant winter months, your Snake Plant can easily go 3 weeks or more without a drink.
How often should you water a Gold Flame Snake Plant?
Snake Plants prefer to dry out completely between waterings, which typically means watering every 1–2 weeks during the spring and summer growing season. In lower light areas or during the dormant winter months, your Snake Plant can easily go 3 weeks or more without a drink.
Why are the leaves on my Gold Flame Snake Plant turning soft, mushy, or yellow?
Soft, mushy, or completely yellowing leaves at the base of aSnake Plant are definitive symptoms of overwatering or a fungal infection known as soft rot.
Why are the leaves on my Gold Flame Snake Plant turning soft, mushy, or yellow?
Soft, mushy, or completely yellowing leaves at the base of aSnake Plant are definitive symptoms of overwatering or a fungal infection known as soft rot.
What causes dry, crispy brown tips on a Gold Flame Snake Plant?
Dry, crispy brown tips or margins on a Snake Plant are typically caused by underwatering or chemical burns from over-fertilization. If the tips are brittle and the soil has pulled away from the edges of the pot, it has gone too long without moisture. Give it a deep, thorough soaking until water runs out the bottom.
What causes dry, crispy brown tips on a Gold Flame Snake Plant?
Dry, crispy brown tips or margins on a Snake Plant are typically caused by underwatering or chemical burns from over-fertilization. If the tips are brittle and the soil has pulled away from the edges of the pot, it has gone too long without moisture. Give it a deep, thorough soaking until water runs out the bottom.
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Our planters are made from the highest quality materials, and designed to complement a range of styles.
Ceramic Planters
Hyde

Includes drainage hole & matching saucer

No Exterior Planter
Grow Pot

Plastic container with drainage holes used by our greenhouse

Grant

No drainage hole; use as cache pot or add lava rocks

All of our plants ship in premium packaging for zero damage on arrival. Here’s what you can expect in your box on arrival:
Your Snake Gold Flame
Fully rooted in a nursery pot with soil intact
Custom Protection System
Corner guards, soil stabilizer, and branch sleeves keep it secure
Pre-Watered & Ready
Each plant is watered 24 hours before it is shipped
Care Instructions Card
Includes expert-curated care tips to help your plant thrive far beyond the first 30 days.
Perfect For Gifting
No pricing or packing slips included with gifts! Just the plant and a note.

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